Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are actively seeking Community Integration Counselors in Columbia, MD . The Community Integration Counselor will be responsible for assisting individuals with learning physical, intellectual, emotional, and social life skills. This role provides individualized services designed to assist participants in managing and overcoming the difficulties confronted by an individual with a disability living in the community. This is a fantastic opportunity for professional growth, while making a difference! No experience required– we provide PAID training!
Responsibilities :
- Support and encourage individuals to increase their ability to be as independent as possible
- Meet with waiver participants on a regular basis either in the individual’s residence, the community, or an office setting
- Collaborate with the Case Manager to develop and facilitate programs which meet the social, emotional, physical and personal needs of the individual
- Provide ongoing support for community integration efforts
- Document individual’s progress toward acquiring community integration
- Assist in building a support network between the individual and the community
- Ensure medical consultation forms are completed, by the physician, for each medical appointment attended
- Coordinates all leisure and volunteer opportunities
- Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
- Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
- Must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inquiry, inspection or investigation
- Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
Minimum Requirements :
High School Diploma or GEDBachelor’s Degree preferredValid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving recordMinimum 2 years of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilitiesAbility to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supportsAbility to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situationsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent time management skillsWorking Conditions :
Transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehiclesMay be required to be on-call in cooperation with other management staffFrequent lifting, stretching, and other physical exertion may be requiredMay be required to lift or move 25+ poundsMay be exposed to various medical conditions and communicable diseasesWhy Community Options?
Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday HolidayGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO)Employee Incentive & Discount Programs403b Retirement Plan with Employer MatchExceptional Career Growth OpportunitiesIf you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the friendly staff at our Columbia, MD office!
For more information, please call us at : (410) 772-2775
If interested, please click Apply Now or send resume to : Resumes-HW@comop.org
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